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“Our deepest and sincere sympathy in the loss of your father Charles Skinner. We are sure there were many good times together. Jerry & Frankie Jo...Read More »
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“Growing up, Chuck and Irene and the Skinner boys were part of our lives. Anytime my dad needed help fixing something, he knew Chuck was the one to...Read More »
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2 of 3 | Posted by: Terri (Foss) Davis - Navarre, OH

“Grandpa will forever be the most gentle and soft spoken man I have ever known. His wisdom was passed down to his grandkids in long walks on long the...Read More »
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3 of 3 | Posted by: Debbie Nichols - Lubbock, TX

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Charles M. Skinner, age 92, of Canton, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 14, 2010 in Altercare of Navarre. He was born in Kittanning, PA on May 15, 1918 to the late Marion and Alice Skinner. Charles proudly served his country in the United States Army during WWII. He was employed as a tool grinder with the Timken Company, retiring after 28 years of service. He was a member of Otterbein United Methodist Church and the National Rifle Association. Charles was always tinkering with something and could fix almost anything. He enjoyed working in the yard and gardening. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Irene Skinner on June 12, 2008; his brother, Harry Skinner; four sisters Isabelle Klaywitter, Ethel Harris, Meriam French and Mabel Patton; and a grandson, Martin Skinner. Survivors include his three sons and daughters-in-law, Charles and Jean Skinner of Lubbock, TX, Robert and Sue Skinner of Canton, and James and Renee Skinner of Canton; four grandchildren, Dawn of Lubbock, TX, Debbie of Lubbock, TX, Jennifer of Hope Mills, NC, and Jody of Bolivar, OH; and 11great grandchildren. Funeral services will be Wednesday at 2pm in Otterbein United Methodist Church, 6025 Shepler Church Rd. SW Navarre, OH 44662, with the Rev. Jon Long officiating. Burial will follow in Sunset Hills Memory Gardens. Calling hours will be Tuesday from 6-8pm in the church. The Reed Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made, in his name, to the Otterbein United Methodist Church. Those wishing to send condolences or share a fond memory, may sign the Reed On-Line Guestbook at www.reedfuneralhome.com.

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Our deepest and sincere sympathy in the loss of your father Charles Skinner. We are sure there were many good times together. Jerry & Frankie Jo Roshong

Posted by: Jerry Roshong - Canton, OH May 18, 2010

Growing up, Chuck and Irene and the Skinner boys were part of our lives. Anytime my dad needed help fixing something, he knew Chuck was the one to call. When my daughter was doing a science project at school, Chuck was the one I went to. He was a wonderful man and was always kind. My sincere sympathy to Jim & Peaches, Bob & Sue and Chuck and Jean and your families. Your dad and mom (and you Skinner boys!) are in my childhood memories almost as much as my own family and I have great memories.

Posted by: Terri (Foss) Davis - Navarre, OH May 18, 2010

Grandpa will forever be the most gentle and soft spoken man I have ever known. His wisdom was passed down to his grandkids in long walks on long the creek, scrabble tournaments at the kitchen table and over midnight snacks. I was seventeen when we had our last midnight talk over sausage sandwiches at the kitchen table. I had just graduated from high school and he took the time to share some worldly knowledge. I coulnd't wait for summers when

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Grandpa will forever be the most gentle and soft spoken man I have ever known. His wisdom was passed down to his grandkids in long walks on long the creek, scrabble tournaments at the kitchen table and over midnight snacks. I was seventeen when we had our last midnight talk over sausage sandwiches at the kitchen table. I had just graduated from high school and he took the time to share some worldly knowledge. I coulnd't wait for summers when I was growing up and those 2 wk trips never lasted long enough. I will forever love you and be grateful that I had the honor of being your granddaughter

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